Tavis Smiley | PBS

Richard Schiff - February 8, 2010

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

The West Wing star talks about his fascination with D-Day and his character in the new Fox drama series Past Life.

Robert Kaiser - February 8, 2010

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Washington Post journalist and author of So Damn Much Money explains the lobbying climate in DC.

Patti Smith - February 5, 2010

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Singer, songwriter, visual artist, poet and rock icon discusses marrying her poetry with music and shares what people can learn from her relationship with Robert Mapplethorpe, which she writes about in her new memoir, Just Kids.

Greensboro Four Tribute - February 4, 2010

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Tavis pays tribute to the Greensboro Four--college students who, 50 years ago, initiated a sit-in of the F.W. Woolworth's lunch counter in downtown Greensboro, NC.

Bill Withers - February 4, 2010

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter explains how he found confidence to make music, his walking away from fame and the documentary Still Bill.

Sen. John Cornyn - February 3, 2010

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Texas senator weighs in on Washington hot button issues, including the AIG bonuses, campaign financing and the healthcare debate.

Pete Docter - February 3, 2010

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Writer-director talks about his animated feature Up, which received five Oscar nods this week, including best picture.

Wyclef Jean - February 2, 2010

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Singer-producer-activist speculates on whether the response to the earthquake in Haiti is a moment for the U.S. to restructure its policies toward the country.

Trey Songz - February 2, 2010

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Ed O'Neill - February 1, 2010

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Modern Family star reflects on his love of legitimate theater and how he developed his comedic talent.

John Yoo - February 1, 2010

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:00:30 PST

Former Justice Department attorney gives his take on applying Geneva Convention rules to al Qaida and explains the premise of his new book.

Eugene Jarecki - January 29, 2010

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Author, award-winning filmmaker and one of the organizers of the Move Your Money campaign says all revolutions are impossible until they happen.

Max Siegel - January 29, 2010

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Co-author of Know What Makes Them Tick talks about moving from the music industry to NASCAR and people of color going in unconventional directions.

James Forbes - January 28, 2010

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

The Senior Minister Emeritus of New York's famed Riverside Church discusses the impact of his upbringing in a Black Pentecostal tradition and what he hopes readers will wrestle with in his book, Whose Gospel?

Corinne Bailey Rae - January 27, 2010

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Award-winning British singer-songwriter talks about her start in heavy metal and her musical legacy; she also performs two tracks from her new CD.

David Sanger - January 26, 2010

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Best-selling author and NYTChief Washington Correspondent assesses President Obama's first year and weighs in on what may be next on the agenda.

Peter Fonda - January 26, 2010

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

On the 40th anniversary of Easy Rider, its co-writer, producer and star reflects on the success of the classic film.

Raj Patel - January 25, 2010

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

The Value of Nothing author addresses whether it's possible to get traction on an agenda to eliminate poverty.

Newt Gingrich - January 25, 2010

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Former U.S. House Speaker comments on the perception that the GOP has been obstructionist and his rumored run for the White House in '12.

Paul Ingrassia - January 22, 2010

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Crash Course author analyzes the auto industry's road from glory to disaster and the impact on policymakers and consumers.

Keri Russell - January 22, 2010

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Golden Globe-winning actress shares the true story behind her latest film, Extraordinary Measures.

Robert Lacey - January 21, 2010

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

British historian and author of Inside the Kingdom explains the link between 9/11 and Saudi Arabia.

Marion Cotillard - January 21, 2010

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Oscar-winning actress, part of the all-star cast of the film adaptation of the musical Nine, talks about taking risks and choosing roles.

Walter Isaacson - January 20, 2010

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Aspen Institute CEO and former Louisiana Recovery Authority vice chair shares lessons learned after Hurricane Katrina that may help in Haiti.

Jason Reitman - January 20, 2010

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Oscar-nominated and Golden Globe-winning film director reflects on how he wants his body of work to be examined.

Nicole Lee - January 19, 2010

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

TransAfrica Forum president compares the relief efforts in Haiti with those in the Gulf Coast after Hurricane Katrina.

Jim Wallis - January 19, 2010

Tue, 19 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Soujourners magazine founder talks about the role people play in rediscovering values, which is also the title of his new book.

Harry Belafonte - January 18, 2010

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Legendary entertainer, longtime activist and one of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s closest friends and confidants reflects on how he met Dr. King.

Bob Newhart - January 15, 2010

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Comedy legend reflects on his 50 years in show business, including his albums, stand-up and his audiences.

Dan Balz - January 15, 2010

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

The Washington Post's political correspondent assesses President Obama's first year in office.

Rosanne Cash - January 14, 2010

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Grammy-winning country music superstar talks about navigating being the daughter of an icon and finding her own voice; she also performs a track from her new CD,

Joe Torre - January 13, 2010

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Baseball All-Star, former Yankee manager and current manager of the Dodgers reflects on leaving New York and discusses steroid use, the taboo of talking about prostate health and domestic violence and the importance of his foundation.

Sandra Bullock - January 12, 2010

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

History-making actress-producer talks about pulling off two quality rolls in one year, bringing comedian George Lopez to primetime TV and whether the U.S. appreciates the arts.

Tobey Maguire - January 11, 2010

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Actor discusses his Golden Globe-nominated performance in the film Brothers and how the role affected his personal life.

Alan Alda - January 11, 2010

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Emmy-winning actor-writer explains his passion for science and what he wants viewers to take away from the PBS series he hosts, The Human Spark.

Jeff Bridges - January 6, 2010

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Quentin Tarantino - January 6, 2010

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Maggie Gyllenhaal - January 6, 2010

Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:00:30 PST

Leadership Panel 1 - December 22, 2009

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Tavis talks with youth leaders Kimberly Anyadike, Galen Dodd and Rocio Ortega.

Panel 2 - December 22, 2009

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Tavis talks with youth leaders Eduardo Campos, Kate Sim and Cortlan Wickliff.

Mary J. Blige - December 21, 2009

Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

James Bradley - December 18, 2009

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Best-selling author discusses his new book, Imperial Cruise, an in-depth look at Theodore Roosevelt's foreign policy.

Kenneth Wade - December 18, 2009

Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

NeighborWorks America CEO explains the difference between mortgage companies and banks and talks about homeownership.

James Cameron - December 17, 2009

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Oscar-winning director talks about his much anticipated new film, the sci-fi epic Avatar.

Shirley Caesar - December 16, 2009

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Legendary gospel singer talks about her ministry in her North Carolina hometown and her new CD, "A City Called Heaven" and also gives a show-stopping performance.

Gov. Ed Rendell - December 16, 2009

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Pennsylvania governor talks about healthcare and the effect of the federal economic stimulus plan on his state.

Boys II Men - December 15, 2009

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Mega-selling R&B group members discuss their new CD release, "Love."

Ann Louise Bardach - December 15, 2009

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Investigative journalist talks about her book, Without Fidel, and Castro's enduring impact.

Maggie Gyllenhaal - December 14, 2009

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actress talk about the history with her co-star and their moving scenes in the new romantic drama Crazy Heart.

Jeff Bridges - December 14, 2009

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actor talks about the history with his co-star and their moving scenes in the new romantic drama Crazy Heart.

Sen. Bernie Sanders - December 14, 2009

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Vermont senator weighs in on healthcare and Wall Street bonuses.

Charles Bronfman; Jeffrey Solomon - December 11, 2009

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Co-authors discuss their book, The Art of Giving.

Rep. Maxine Waters - December 11, 2009

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

California congresswoman talks about the administration's posture on the war in Afghanistan and the growing number of Congressional Black Caucus members who are pushing back on the White House on an agenda for jobs.

Morgan Freeman - December 10, 2009

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

In a rare conversation, Oscar-winning actor talks about achieving success late in life, investing in his home state of Mississippi and how he came to portray Nelson Mandela in the new acclaimed film, Invictus.

Gov. David Paterson - December 9, 2009

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

New York governor comments on his bid to seek reelection and explains the effect of Wall Street's failure on the Empire State.

Fred Willard - December 9, 2009

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Emmy-nominated comedian compares the comedy of today to the time when he started.

Yo-Yo Ma - December 8, 2009

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Grammy-winning classical music artist reflects on discovering the cello and how he engages with young people.

Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. - December 7, 2009

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Civil rights veteran weighs in on the war in Afghanistan, the effects of current federal policy on much of Black America and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a change agent.

Amy Goodman - December 2, 2009

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Democracy Now! host/exec producer discusses whether progressives are finding their legs and her new book.

Jason Schwartzman - December 2, 2009

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actor-musician talks about doing his first animated film and the value of finding a mentor early in his career.

Ali Eteraz - December 1, 2009

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Pakistani-born journalist discusses the positive aspects of Islamic fundamentalism and explains why he wrote the book Children of Dust.

Angie Stone - December 1, 2009

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:00:30 PST

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter talks about what went into the making of her new CD.

Viggo Mortensen - November 30, 2009

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Oscar-nominated actor talks about his new feature film, The Road, and shares how he was able to maintain emotional fragility for his role.

50 Cent - November 20, 2009

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Rap artist-entrepreneur discusses his early years, the competition in hip-hop, developing his business acumen and his new CD-DVD project.

Andre Agassi - November 19, 2009

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Former tennis champ describes the success of his college prep academy, compares being at the top in tennis to other sports and explains lessons he's learned and why he made the choice to be so open in his controversial autobiography.

Paul Mooney - November 18, 2009

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Comedian-writer talks about working with Richard Pryor, using race in his stand-up material, the source of his sense of humor and his new memoir.

Harry Connick, Jr. - November 17, 2009

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Grammy-winning singer, pianist and actor reflects on people who have influenced him and discusses his work to help rebuild his native New Orleans and his new CD.

Dan Senor - November 16, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Author of the new book Start-up Nation: The Story of Israel's Economic Miracle discusses the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

Gail Collins - November 16, 2009

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Writer talks about her book, When Everything Changed, and describes her feelings on being the first female editor of The New York Times editorial page.

Jason Zweig - November 13, 2009

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Personal finance columnist for the WSJ examines whether Wall Street has learned any lessons and explains his three commandments for investing.

Lance Reddick - November 13, 2009

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Fringe co-star discusses his plan to act to help his music career and how he handles the constant rejection that comes with being in the business.

Bruce Feiler - November 12, 2009

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Best-selling author explains why Moses is "America's Prophet," which is the title of his critically acclaimed new book.

Tony Shalhoub - November 11, 2009

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Three-time Emmy winner describes the audience appeal of Monk and assesses cable versus network TV.

Rep. Anh "Joseph" Cao - November 11, 2009

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Louisiana congressman--the sole Republican in the House to vote for healthcare reform--explains why he supported the bill.

Max Cleland - November 10, 2009

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Georgia's former U.S. senator offers his thoughts on U.S. military strategy in Afghanistan, reflects on his experience in Vietnam and talks about his memoir.

Amerie - November 10, 2009

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Three-time Grammy-nominated singer explains why she switched labels and comments on the growing disparity between radio play and what people are listening to.

Andrew Ross Sorkin - November 9, 2009

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

New York Times journalist talks about his book Too Big to Fail, which gives a behind-the-scenes look at how decisions made on Wall Street led to the greatest financial crisis since the Great Depression.

Lang Lang - November 9, 2009

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Piano virtuoso explains the work of his foundation and comments on the human rights record of his native China.

Mitch Albom - November 6, 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Multitalented writer gives his take on why his books are perpetual best sellers and talks about his work with the homeless in his Detroit hometown.

Chiwetel Ejiofor - November 6, 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actor explains his efforts to balance theater and film, big budget and indie features.

Lee Eisenberg - November 5, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Shoptimism author describes differences between men and women in compulsive buying and how the Internet has affected consumer behavior.

Susie Essman - November 5, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Curb Your Enthusiasm star explains why she is so open in her new memoir and reflects on finding her voice doing stand-up.

Robert Wagner - November 4, 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Emmy-nominated actor talks about his newly released memoir, Pieces of My Heart.

Adam Nagourney - November 4, 2009

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

The New York Times' national political correspondent analyzes the off-year election results.

Nomi Prins - November 3, 2009

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Journalist and Wall Street veteran examines the backstory of America's financial situation and speculates on whether the Glass-Steagall Act should be reinstituted.

The Swell Season - November 3, 2009

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Musical duo The Swell Season shares the story of how their name came to be and reflect on winning an Oscar.

Kris Kristofferson - November 2, 2009

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:00:30 PST

Singer-songwriter-actor and three-time Grammy winner talks about being musically challenged, his friendships with icons like Muhammad Ali and Johnny Cash and his new CD.

Edward Norton - October 30, 2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actor-producer-activist shares the backstory of his new documentary, By the People, and talks about training for the New York Marathon.

Marcus Roberts - October 30, 2009

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Jazz pianist says he's trying to reintroduce people to the genre and reveals a secret of working with his trio; he also performs a track from his new CD.

Dr. Ruth Simmons - October 29, 2009

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Brown University president shares her personal educational odyssey and discusses changing leadership for women and the relevance of HBCUs.

Madeleine Albright - October 28, 2009

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Former Secretary of State weighs in on the situations in Pakistan, Afhanistan and Iraq and explains the correlation between pins and foreign policy.

Tim McGraw - October 28, 2009

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Country music superstar explains the importance of lyrical content in country music and talks about whether he'll quit his day job for acting.

Haleh Esfandiari - October 27, 2009

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Director of the Middle East Program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars describes the circumstances around her imprisonment in Iran.

Nicholas Kristof - October 27, 2009

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

New York Times' columnist explains the title of his new book and shares a standout story on empowering women.

Malcolm Gladwell - October 26, 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Best-selling author and New Yorker staff writer explains his motivation for writing and assesses his body of work.

Robin D. G. Kelley - October 26, 2009

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Cultural historian shares stories from his new biography of Thelonious Monk.

Andy Williams - October 23, 2009

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Legendary entertainer shares stories from his new memoir and reflects on highlights of his career.

Anthony Edwards - October 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Actor-director-activist describes his efforts to build the first public children's hospital in Kenya.

The RZA - October 22, 2009

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Wu-Tang Clan founder explains the title of his new memoir, The Tao of Wu.

Rep. Ron Paul - October 21, 2009

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:00:30 PST

Former presidential candidate weighs in on the situation in Afghanistan and explains points made in his book, End the Fed.